Asus Webstorage vs. Dropbox, how is it? - Asus Eee Pad Transformer Prime

I only have about 3.4gb of dropbox and i don't know enough people to pester to get 8gb.
What are most peoples thoughts on the asus web storage? 8gb for signing up seems great. If it sucks i don't want to waste any time transferring files.

it's not bad, works very similar to dropbox, and if you don't use the shared folder feature on db a lot, then it's going to work essentially the same for you.
mine says i have unlimited space, but i have no idea how that came about.

adiliyo said:
mine says i have unlimited space, but i have no idea how that came about.
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Asus gives you 1 year free unlimited storage

zurui said:
Asus gives you 1 year free unlimited storage
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Actually, Asus prime owners have 8GB storage for an unlimited length of time. You can read it in the "Product Information" link on this page:
https://service.asuswebstorage.com/eula/
Sent from my Transformer Prime TF201

unknown_owner said:
Actually, Asus prime owners have 8GB storage for an unlimited length of time. You can read it in the "Product Information" link on this page:
https://service.asuswebstorage.com/eula/
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TRUE, but before one of the very early updates, you could get 1 year unlimited storage followed by 8GB free forever, obviously they rethought the logistics of this.

IME Dropbox is better able to handle off line cases, AWS has improved for a case like standing in an airport w/e free wifi. It also has a much more mature and natural Windows/Linux client then AWS.
If I was just using it as a digital locker, I'd use AWS for the really great price tag and offers avail when buying their newer models lol
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Current use dropbox desktop app as i can just drag and drop and file instantly appears on my dropbox account. ASUS desktop app on the otherhand not as efficient. Files don't get upload instantly though currently ASUS cloud storage offers more space.

I have both as well. I only really use Dropbox though since I am used to it but it is nice to know I have 8GB sitting there waiting for me. I think the sharing in dropbox is slightly easier.
I only have 2.5GB in dropbox though. I think I have enough computers at work that I could make 27 or so dummy gmail accounts to get the 8GB but I haven't needed the space so I have never taken the time to try.. I am not sure if they would become suspicious by the sudden increase in my referrals. I don't know enough people who know or care about cloud storage to to get me there either.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1473912
50gb space on box.com if 8gb on asus web storage isnt enough for you

Is it just me or isn't dropbox working that good on the prime?
It won't let me upload documents in folders, (only the root dir) and i can't get to the dropbox file by using a file explorere, i gotta go into dropbox and press 'upload file' to get something there :/
(If the dropbox file is located in the file explorere, could someone enlighten me where and if root is required?)

/mnt/sdcard/Android/data/com.dropbox.android/files/scratch
see also http://blog.spidey01.com/2011/12/dropbox-20-for-android-fixing-your.html

i use AWS as the tablet app is nicely done but the uploading/downloading q is kind of weird.

I like Sugarsync for syncing offline folders on my prime. Drop box will do offline sync file-by-file but I am missing something if it will sync folders.

Skydrive is better than both.

i cant't log into asus webstorage on my PC because my ID is too long
it is really irritating because i want to use it.

bdneuman said:
I like Sugarsync for syncing offline folders on my prime. Drop box will do offline sync file-by-file but I am missing something if it will sync folders.
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It does for files: favorite them and they will stay synced where available + cached. For whole folders, not yet sadly.
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ikdedinges said:
i cant't log into asus webstorage on my PC because my ID is too long
it is really irritating because i want to use it.
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Still a newby but I had this problem too, and came across a fix in the help files - think I had to download different version. Sorry cant be more specific, my head is spinning from trying to sort the other issues with my prime.

AWS does not work for me I've reinstalled, double checked everything but the files I place in the share folder do not show on my prime or the prime and on the PC...... I use drop box for now in till I can fig out AWS

I read bad things on their own forums about it deleting files. So I do not use it.
You can get so much dropbox space free these days or at low cost. I got 15gb cost me $10 using the adwords trick.

Using dropbox, got some free space because i have an HTC phone, the 5,5gb i have now are more than enough for what i need I dont need 2 systems doing one thing so i guess i'll stick for now.

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[Q] Need to recover files from internal

I like many other people with the Transformer Prime had that odd "flicker" issue so I decided to format my Transformer Prime to see if it fixes it. Good news, it did
Bad news, I'm and idiot and forgot to backup my notes (Supernote) for class and now I'm freaking out.
I tried Hexamob but it doesn't show any devices. I've tried ICare, PDR, and a few other "undelete" apps for Windows but none of them can recognize the Transformer Prime. The Prime isn't recognized as a typical sdcard.
I'm desperate, I'll send anyone $15 (or a gift on Steam of about equal value) if you can help me recover my notes off of my Transformer Prime.
Thanks!
Bummer .. but if you didn't do a backup - which stores the notes on sd card - I'd say they are long gone :-(
Hmm, well I might have to beg people for copies of the notes.
My offer still stands until then.
inkadnb said:
Hmm, well I might have to beg people for copies of the notes.
My offer still stands until then.
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If you 'quick' formatted the TFP then you should be able to get the files back by using one of these tools:
Recuva - http://www.piriform.com/recuva
Testdisk - http://www.cgsecurity.org/wiki/TestDisk_Download
File Scavenger - http://www.nl.quetek.com/prod02.htm (Try the beta, if it's able to find files u can buy the real deal or try to find it somewhere)
Note; The more things you do with ur TFP now (read/write operations) the lower the chance gets to recover ur data.
gl
As I mentioned in the OP, the Transformer prime is NOT detected as an SDCard therefore none of these applications detect it.
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If you 'quick' formatted the TFP then you should be able to get the files back by using one of these tools
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As I mentioned in the OP, the Transformer prime is NOT detected as an SDCard therefore none of these applications detect it.
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True. I face the same problem. It can be mounted as a "Media Device" or as a "Camera Device".. unfrtunately, the drive cannot be detected by recovery softwares due to this. anyone has any ideas for this??

What are you using to read WJS?

Did some searching and didn't really find my answer so going to post here let me know if this should have been in General.
What are you using to read the wall street journal?
I have seen 2 apps on my transformer prime when searching. There is the WSR (wall street reader) its a paid app for 6.09. I already pay WJS for access and think paying again for a reader sucks.
There is a WJS tablet but it does not show up on my prime, only in google market (web) Says its not compatable with my infuse nor my TFP, but will go to the Samsung note.
Then the last app seems not really made for a tablet.
So what are you using to read WJS, do I have to suck it up and buy WSR?
True i could go to the webpage but I was hoping for a local copy that I could read on the way to work.
Thanks
I think WSJ has Pressreader support?
If you have online account with WSJ, try this -
Pressreader - Settings - Accounts - Authorize (put your WSJ's username+password here)
Your subscription should appear.
WSJ Android App
The WSJ has an Android Tablet App. Scroll to the very bottom of the first online page and click on "tablet". It seems expensive at $4.00/week. I have a print subscription and will be giving them a call to see if they have any special offers for print subscribers. I agree that the current solutions in the Android Market don't work very well.
let me know if you find any thing out, please. My email seems to have fallen of def ears.
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There are 2 apps for the WSJ, one designed for the tablet the other for your phone. The tablet app is pretty heavy, takes a long time to load and in general bogs down my Prime. The WSJ I have installed on my HTC Amaze is light and flys on the prime but like you said the market wont let you install it on the tablet, soooo....First you need to root your tablet, you dont need to unlock the bootloader just root it. I backed up my phone apps using titanium, once the prime has root I copied the titanium backup directory to my SD card and then restored the phone WSJ app, works great. The Washington Post also has an app for the phone only, did the same thing and it works as well.
Awesome will try it, I already have it rooted for adblock. Kinda sad really, when I rooted my phone I had a ton of things to do... I rooted my prime and I put adblock on and basically forgot I had it even rooted. Thanks for confirming I could just copy over the apk and install. I will post back my experiences in case anyone is watching... Ya I doubt it...
Thanks!
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Awesome will try it, I already have it rooted for adblock. Kinda sad really, when I rooted my phone I had a ton of things to do... I rooted my prime and I put adblock on and basically forgot I had it even rooted. Thanks for confirming I could just copy over the apk and install. I will post back my experiences in case anyone is watching... Ya I doubt it...
Thanks!
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Did you have any luck with this approach?
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[Q] Remote management of TF201

When I initially got and registered my Prime, I was referred to a web page where I could remotely manage and track my tablet. I tried it and really liked the options.
But whatever I do today, I cannot recall where this page is. Probably some dead Asus servers (most of the pages return HTTP error 500 today) help to that as well.
Do anyone has a record about this web page?
i never heard of an official Asus way of doing what you said. I'm interested in seeing this page you speak of. i know there are 3rd party apps that can do this but never heard of an Asus solution.
Alabalcho said:
When I initially got and registered my Prime, I was referred to a web page where I could remotely manage and track my tablet. I tried it and really liked the options.
But whatever I do today, I cannot recall where this page is. Probably some dead Asus servers (most of the pages return HTTP error 500 today) help to that as well.
Do anyone has a record about this web page?
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Are you talking about the "find my phone" type apps, or an app where you can see and control the Prime from your PC...
If it's the latter, I used to use www.mymobiler.com on my Win6.5 Phone. They now have an Android version, but you need to be rooted, and unfortunately, I'm not....so I can't really say anything about the Android version.
It's been mentioned a few times around here:
http://devicetracker.asus.com/
Go nuts.
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Are you talking about the "find my phone" type apps, or an app where you can see and control the Prime from your PC...
If it's the latter, I used to use www.mymobiler.com on my Win6.5 Phone. They now have an Android version, but you need to be rooted, and unfortunately, I'm not....so I can't really say anything about the Android version.
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For some reason I couldn't get it to work
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@Namiardo,
That is what I was talking about, devicetracker dot asus dot com. Thanks for reminding me!
I almost forgot about this. I signed up for it a while ago but thankfully haven't actually needed to use it.
Just tested it out and everything appears to still be working. Took a little while for it to locate me, but it eventually nailed down my location.
You may find some information on centrastage.com
They are occupied with remote management software and might give you an advice or something
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I almost forgot about this. I signed up for it a while ago but thankfully haven't actually needed to use it.
Just tested it out and everything appears to still be working. Took a little while for it to locate me, but it eventually nailed down my location.
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Nailed down my location in seconds!
Thanks for the heads up. Didn't know about this.

[Q] 25GB of additional Dropbox space?

I already have 18.8GB of free space from Dropbox from referrals and tesing software. When I get my new HTC EVO 4G LTE, will Dropbox give my an additional 25GB of storage for a total of 43.8GB of storage? If not, I guess I will use a different email address. Anyone know?
Thanks
The leaked users guide says it will give you and additional 23gb (in addition to the 2 free gb they give everyone)
It has a time limit of 24 months too (fyi).
XDA Since 2007...
Is there a source for this?
yes it will give you ~40gigs for 2 years...at least it did for the apk that was released on xda until dropbox figured it out. i currently have 22.8GB on dropbox and it went up to almost 50 for a few days
What happens at the end of two years if you fill up all that data? Do they delete it all? Hold it hostage unless you pony up for a subscription?
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ok, more dropbox space is always great so I'm asking for a link about how to go about doing so
Curb71 said:
ok, more dropbox space is always great so I'm asking for a link about how to go about doing so
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Install the Dropbox app on the phone & login. That easy.
Better yet, go to an AT&T store & over to one of the HTC One X active models & try it today.
Just remember to uninstall it from the display phone afterward.
Noiro said:
Install the Dropbox app on the phone & login. That easy.
Better yet, go to an AT&T store & over to one of the HTC One X active models & try it today.
Just remember to uninstall it from the display phone afterward.
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I already have it on my phone and am logged in. Am I supposed to be seeing a extra 25gb show up?
Curb71 said:
I already have it on my phone and am logged in. Am I supposed to be seeing a extra 25gb show up?
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No, I believe the extra 25GB will be allocated when you register your account (new or existing) through the actual device.
Curb71 said:
I already have it on my phone and am logged in. Am I supposed to be seeing a extra 25gb show up?
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browning said:
No, I believe the extra 25GB will be allocated when you register your account (new or existing) through the actual device.
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Right. Meaning on the EVO 4G LTE or HTC One series phones.
fachadick said:
What happens at the end of two years if you fill up all that data? Do they delete it all? Hold it hostage unless you pony up for a subscription?
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i think it just stays there but you can't add or change anything until you make room below your limit
Can you load movies and movies to drop box or only docs. Never used it before.
Thanks,
Ian B
Mr Ian B said:
Can you load movies and movies to drop box or only docs. Never used it before.
Thanks,
Ian B
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You can upload anything you want to your hearts content... Until you run out of space of course
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I got my new EVO yesterday and I logged into Dropbox as I was setting it up. I never got my extra 25GB. As a note: I already have the HTC 3.5 3 GB added for 1 year that I did a few months ago. Does this make a difference? Who do I contact if I want to complain. Do I try to remove Dropbox from my new EVO and re-login again? HELP!
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I got my new EVO yesterday and I logged into Dropbox as I was setting it up. I never got my extra 25GB. As a note: I already have the HTC 3.5 3 GB added for 1 year that I did a few months ago. Does this make a difference? Who do I contact if I want to complain. Do I try to remove Dropbox from my new EVO and re-login again? HELP!
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I was having the same problem. Here is what I did:
- Go to www.dropbox.com/gs and make sure the steps were completed (mine already were).
- In the dropbox app, go to menu>settings>turn on camera upload>untick "upload existing photos and video (unless you want to upload them)> select the green "turn on" button.
-Wait about a minute until your account reflects the 23GB upgrade.
- Go back in and turn off camera upload (unless you want to use this feature. I personally use Google+ for this).
Nope, didn't work. Does anyone have the original Dropbox APK from the EVO LTE ROM? I want to so this from scratch.
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Yeah, I'm in the same boat. I tried your suggestion, and it didn't give me my 25G. I'm not sure what I need to do to get it to show up. Let me know if anyone has any more suggestions. Thanks.
It took a day for mine to show up...sporting 82 GB!!!!! too much space...willing to rent some out lol
slayer69 said:
It took a day for mine to show up...sporting 82 GB!!!!! too much space...willing to rent some out lol
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Well I got my phone almost a week ago, so that isn't my problem. Any other suggestions?

DROPBOX space?!?!

do we get 50GB of space with the SN2 ?
dieselhomey said:
do we get 50GB of space with the SN2 ?
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the stuff ive read says verizon and att do not get the 50gb
that sucks!!: https://www.dropbox.com/help/297/en
I just went to a T-Mobile booth on launch day, logged into Dropbox on their demo phone, logged out and cleared all data, then the next day I had an e-mail saying I was awarded the 50GB :victory:
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I just went to a T-Mobile booth on launch day, logged into Dropbox on their demo phone, logged out and cleared all data, then the next day I had an e-mail saying I was awarded the 50GB :victory:
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Did you have to do anything else on dropbox's site?
just read more in to this, you only get the space for 1 - 2 years so why bother. JUST use google drive, if you convert your files to there file type it does not use the allocated space. But music, vids, etc do. Which is fine I just want it for pdfs, files, etc...
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Did you have to do anything else on dropbox's site?
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Nope, I just signed in, browsed for a minute, then logged out and went into settings > app > cleared data. I got the notification within 24 hours.
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just read more in to this, you only get the space for 1 - 2 years so why bother. JUST use google drive, if you convert your files to there file type it does not use the allocated space. But music, vids, etc do. Which is fine I just want it for pdfs, files, etc...
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It's a 2 year promo, but they will probably have another promo within those 2 years. Google Drive only gives 5GB I thought?
google drive is 5gb but I have the 80gb for $20 a year... I just like the feature in drobox where it syncs all your pictures as you take them.
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google drive is 5gb but I have the 80gb for $20 a year... I just like the feature in drobox where it syncs all your pictures as you take them.
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I prefer the software and ease of use with Dropbox, as Drive tends to be more cumbersome. There's also more third party integration such as TiBu or Dropsync.
yeah agree... I think I have about 15 gb of space from referrals. I just wish we got 50 gb of space off the bat when getting the SN2
Someone who had AT&T version said they got free 50gb, so not sure why Verizon wouldn't
dieselhomey said:
yeah agree... I think I have about 15 gb of space from referrals. I just wish we got 50 gb of space off the bat when getting the SN2
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Next time you go to the mall swing by the T-Mobile, Sprint, or US Cellular store and log into Dropbox, not many people seem to know about this little trick
I have 57GB through various promotions.
That's awesome.... a bit shady, but I think I'll go try and do that this weekend!
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still have the 25gb from htc, but more space is always nice.

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